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Robbery at the Louvre: theft of eight priceless jewels Sunday morning
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Four thieves stole eight royal and imperial jewels of inestimable patrimonial value from the Galerie d'Apollon at the Louvre Museum on Sunday, October 19, around 9:30 a.m. The operation, carried out in seven minutes using a lift and an angle grinder, led to the immediate closure of the museum. Authorities have opened an investigation and vow to recover the items and perpetrators.
Investment minister sees GEM opening as milestone in cultural and economic progress
Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan al-Khatib stated that the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) coincides with a notable boom Egypt is experiencing across all domains, creating positive global momentum toward Egypt. He emphasized this event's alignment with Egypt's leadership in global affairs and economic improvements.
Egypt prepares to open grand egyptian museum on november 1
After more than two decades of planning and construction, Egypt is set to inaugurate the Grand Egyptian Museum, the world's largest archaeological museum, in an international celebration on November 1. The event will draw world leaders and prominent figures, marking a major cultural milestone for Cairo. Located on the Giza Plateau near the Pyramids, the museum houses over 100,000 artifacts.
Grand Egyptian Museum to open in November with strong Japanese ties
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) near Egypt's Pyramids of Giza will fully open in November, backed by nearly 20 years of support from Japan's International Cooperation Agency (JICA). This massive museum, one of the world's largest, will showcase ancient Egyptian artifacts and strengthen ties with Japan.
Thieves assault Louvre and steal historic jewels
Four hooded thieves broke into the Louvre Museum on Sunday using a forklift, stealing nine French crown jewels in just seven minutes from the Apollo Gallery. The pieces belong to the collection of Napoleon III and Empress Eugenia de Montijo, with inestimable patrimonial value. One of the stolen jewels was recovered broken near the museum.
Egyptian maestro Nayer Nagui to lead Grand Egyptian Museum orchestra
Renowned Egyptian maestro Nayer Nagui will lead the orchestra at the official opening ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum on November 1. The event fulfills a 20-year dream through tremendous effort, featuring Egyptian and international artists. Its artistic vision is new and unique, aiming to dazzle the world with ancient and contemporary Egyptian civilization.